Jews of Europe in the modern era: a socio-historical outline

Discusses the socio-historical problem areas related to the presence of Jews in major European societies from the 18th century to the present. It also covers the post-Shoah situation. Presents and compares the different patterns of Jewish policies of the emerging nation states and established empires. Discusses education and socio-professional stratification of Jews. Deals with the challenges of emancipation and assimilation, the emergence of Jewish nationalism in various forms, Zionism above all, as well as antisemitic ideologies.